Field Instrument Technician – Survey & Layout

Topographic, Co.; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Topographic, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Rod Person/Instrument Tech to join a small field crew and perform control and topographic surveys.

You will work outdoors, travel to designated sites, read plans, operate surveying instruments and calculators, and ensure safety. Relocation is required and a valid driver’s license is essential. Long hours and physical work are expected.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.
• Physically able to work long hours and carry heavy loads.

Responsibilities

• Work primarily in the field on control, topographic surveys, and pipeline surveys as Rod Person/Instrument Tech of a two- or three-person field crew at an assigned worksite.
• Cut and remove brush for line-of-sight; read and understand plans and specifications.
• Know basic sources of measurement errors; perform calculations and field checks of data.
• Dig, set stakes, and locate survey monuments; hold and plum rod for elevations and distances; drive stakes for grades.
• Provide quality customer service and maintain safe operating methods for tools and equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Surveying instruments

Calculators

Job description

Topographic, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Rod Person/Instrument Tech to join a small field crew and perform control and topographic surveys.

You will work outdoors, travel to designated sites, read plans, operate surveying instruments and calculators, and ensure safety. Relocation is required and a valid driver’s license is essential. Long hours and physical work are expected.